2015-2016
Calendar and Handbook for Northeast Families
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NORTHEAST
WELCOME
Dear Northeast Families:
Whether this is your first, middle or youngest student attending college, the
experience promises to be a transition for the entire family! Your student is
entering another phase of life, preparing to be an adult. Your support role
continues, but, with greater responsibility on your college student. The
transition is both exciting and frightening! Where will life take them? What
career paths will they choose? Will they integrate positively into the college
environment? Will they make good choices regarding friends and social
activities? How will I advise them when they call with a problem that needs
to be solved?
The Family Calendar is designed to provide you with information and helpful hints as you and your
student transition into college. Each month in your student’s college journey will present new
challenges and opportunities. Please utilize this Family Calendar as a resource and encourage
your student to do likewise with the support services and resources available to them at Northeast
Community College. Every student has the opportunity to be successful at Northeast. Encourage
your student to utilize student success services. Strongly encourage them to advocate for
themselves and become involved in the life of their college. Students who form relationships
with faculty, staff and their peers are the most likely to succeed in college and earn a degree that
improves their income, future earning potential, and enhances their job security. Your student has
chosen his/her college wisely; Northeast has one of the top graduate placement rates in the country!
In 2014, 99 percent of the graduates were employed or continuing their education.
Success starts at Northeast Community College! Thank you for partnering with Northeast to
enhance the success of your student.
Have a great year!
Dr. Karen J. Severson
Vice President of Student Services
Photos for this calendar were compiled through various College departments. A special thank you to the “Viewpoint” staff for their photographic contribution.
The Class of 2016 at New Student Orientation. Fall Orientation is an event to inform students about our services, introduce community businesses and organizations, and make friends!
August 2015
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
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Did You Know?
Northeast Community College’s Peer Advisors began serving the Northeast campus
during the fall of 2014. The Peer Advisors help fellow students with many basic, but very
important, advising needs, like signing into their My Northeast account, understanding
general education requirements and making appointments with academic advisors. The
Peer Advisors have office hours in Burkhardt Hall, Ag Allied Health and the Advising &
Academic Support Center.
Neal McCoy
Wayne County Fair
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Dierks Bentley
Divots DeVent Center
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Music in the Park
Skyview Lake 6 pm
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Residence Halls
move-in by appt.
Fall Orientation
Fall semester
for Freshmen
classes begin
Mandatory Residence
Tuition, room/board,
Life Orientation - 6 pm
and fees due
Residence Halls
Welcome Back Week
move-in by appt.
Activities
Special College Store hrs. Special College Store hrs.
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Welcome Back Week
Activities
Special College Store hrs.
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Welcome Back Week
Activities
Special College Store hrs.
Cheers to Leadership
3-4 pm, CWC Paradise
Courtyard
Welcome Back Week
Activities
Special College Store hrs.
Students are thinking about their new fall living
arrangements. If your student is living in a
shared living environment, discuss how shared
responsibilities (paying bills, cleaning, and
other duties) will be worked out. How are new
living arrangements going to change budget
needs?
Many students living off-campus will be
moving around August 20. This is a very hectic
time period, and students appreciate help with
moving and storage.
Most students are adjusting to life in a new
living situation and, for some, in a new city or
state. Returning students who were home for
the summer may be relieved to resume their
independent college lifestyle and reconnect
with friends, while others may soon miss home.
Talk with your student about plans to stay in
touch during the semester. If your student is
living in Campus Housing, encourage him or her
to complete a roommate agreement form with
his or her roommates/suitemates.
Students are preparing for fall classes. They
should log into their My Northeast account
to update their contact information, check
residence for tuition status, and access their
class schedule. They also begin purchasing
textbooks and other course materials.
Residence Halls
move-in by appt.
The Hawk Spot
(cafeteria)
Financial Aid
opens 11 am
available for books at
the College Store Residence Halls move(Aug. 21-28)
in by appt.
Special College Store hrs. Special College Store hrs.
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www.northeast.edu
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Students should verify
Last day to cancel or
that their mailing
change a meal plan
address is correct on their
Special College Store hrs.
My Northeast account
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The Student Activities Council (SAC) makes campus life enjoyable for all Northeast students by putting together year-round entertainment both on- and off-campus. Pictured here is comedian Adam Grabowski and SAC.
September 2015
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Part-Time Job Fair
3 - 5 pm, LLC
A rendering of the new dining and residence halls
slated to open in the fall of 2016.
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Last day for 100%
tuition adjustment
on dropped classes
(full-term classes)
Food service closed
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Labor Day
College closed
Food service closed
Food service closed
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Suicide Prevention
Day
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Rosh Hashanah
begins at sundown
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Last day for 50%
tuition adjustment
on dropped classes
(full-term classes)
National Hispanic
Heritage Month
(Sept.15 - Oct.15)
Norfolk Beef Expo
Northeast Ag Complex
Norfolk Beef Expo
Northeast Ag Complex
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
Students are presented with hundreds of
ways to get involved, including student
organizations, intramural sports, jobs, and
volunteer opportunities. Involved students
tend to do better academically. Talk with your
student about how he or she is getting involved.
Students focus on study skills and time
management as they adapt to a new schedule
and course requirements. Encourage your
student to use on-campus resources and get to
know his or her instructors by taking advantage
of office hours.
Alcohol use may increase at this time of year.
As a parent, you can influence your student’s
choices. Have an honest conversation with
your student about alcohol – encourage
responsibility and moderation. Remember that
the legal drinking age in Nebraska is 21.
Issues with roommates may arise. Talk with your
student about compromise and community
living. See the First-Year Experience section at
the back of the calendar for more information.
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Oktoberfest
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Sukkot begins
at sundown
Hajj begins
Yom Kippur
begins at sundown
First day of Fall
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Last day to
withdraw from first
eight-week classes
Eid al-Adha
www.northeast.edu
Norfolk Oktoberfest RiverPoint Arts Festival
Family Festival
Downtown Norfolk
Lions Club Parade
Did You Know?
Northeast Community College in fall of 2016 will open a brand
new Residence Hall facility to accommodate 192 additional beds.
Also as part of this project, a new dining facility will open in the
fall of 2016.
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The Northeast Women’s Volleyball team and fans celebrating another win for the Hawks.
October 2015
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Did You Know?
MyStudentBody reaches out to parents and families to
help them communicate effectively with students about
alcohol, drugs, and other health challenages on campus.
Visit www.mystudentbody.com and use the access code
northeastparent.
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Blood drive
9 am - 3 pm LLC
National Depression
Screening Day
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SATURDAY
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Islamic New Year
Food service closed
First eight-week
Fall break
classes end for faculty and students
National
Coming Out Day
Columbus Day
(observed)
Navratri begins
(Oct.13 - Oct. 22)
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Food service closed
What’s Happening
With Your Student
Students experience their first semester of
midterms and papers. A healthy diet, exercise,
sufficient sleep, and a balance of work and play
are all great ways to keep stress levels low. Ask
how your student is balancing extra-curricular
activities with academic responsibilities.
Many students start discussing next year’s living
arrangements and may feel pressured to sign a
lease soon. Encourage your student to take time
in making this important decision. Although
some vacancies for next fall may be advertised
as early as November, the most selection and
choice of available off-campus housing is
available December through February. Also,
many students take advantage of returning to
Campus Housing. For more information about
housing options, see the Resources section at
the back of the calendar.
Students will soon receive information about
course enrollment dates for spring semester.
Enrollment for continuing students begins
November 16. For more information, see the
Resources section at the back of the calendar.
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National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week (NCAAW) October 18 - 24
Food service closed
Second eight-week
classes begin
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Sober in October
Pohlman Ag Complex
1 - 3 pm
Ashura begins
in evening
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Spooktacular
Children’s Carnival
Pohlman Ag Complex
5:30 pm
www.northeast.edu
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Students from Northeast’s auto technology program cross Abbey Road while on an official visit with Northeast’s partner college North Lindsey College in London, England.
November 2015
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Students may get sick for the first time this
semester as cold and flu season begins.
Remind your student to get a flu shot. See the
Resources section at the back of the calendar for
information on Student Health Services.
American Indian
Heritage Month
All Saints Day
Daylight Saving
ends
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Election Day
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Diwali begins
Last day to withdraw
from fall semester classes
Veterans Day
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Start online
scholarship
applications for
2016-2017
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Food service closed
Thanksgiving Break
for faculty and
students
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The term is coming to an end, and students
may be feeling pressure to complete papers
and projects. Some students who may have
fallen behind will pull “all-nighters” to get the
work done. Encourage your student to try to get
eight hours of sleep, but realize that four or five
hours is better than none at all. This is a great
time to send your student a card, photos, a gift
basket, or other greetings.
Students are starting to think about
Thanksgiving Break. Many students go home,
while some remain on campus. Talk with your
student about plans for the upcoming break
and how he or she plans to travel home.
Encourage your student to speak to his or her
advisor and financial aid office to explore
scholarship opportunities.
Last day to withdraw
from second eightweek classes
Spring registration
begins
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
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Thanksgiving Day
Food service closed
Thanksgiving Break
College closed
Men’s Thanksgiving
Classic Home Basketball Tournament
Food service closed
Thanksgiving Break
College closed
Men’s Thanksgiving
Classic Home Basketball Tournament
Food service closed
Thanksgiving Break
College closed
Did You Know?
Every Christmas the Northeast Student Government
Association (SGA) makes tie blankets for members of
the Norfolk Veterans Home and hand delivers them to
the residents.
www.northeast.edu
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The Hawk’s Women’s Basketball team has posted two exciting back-to-back seasons at Northeast. In 2012-13 the team was 28-5 with a national
tourney appearance and in 2013-14 the team went 26-4. The two year combined record of 54-9, along with two consecutive years of being nationally ranked, is a great accomplishment.
December 2015
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World AIDS Day
Blood drive
9 am - 3 pm LLC
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Hanukkah begins
at sundown
Pearl Harbor Day
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Holiday Break
Final Exams
Final Exams
Final Exams
Book Buy Back
(Norfolk)
Book Buy Back
(Norfolk)
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Holiday Break
The Hawk Spot
(cafeteria) closed The Hawk Spot closed
Fall semester ends
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Food service closed
Book Buy Back
Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am - 1:30 pm
Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am- 1:30 pm
Holiday Break
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Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
Kwanzaa
Boxing Day
Holiday Break
College closed
Food service closed
What’s Happening
With Your Student
Students may be feeling a great deal of pressure
as they are finishing papers and preparing
for final exams. Encourage your student to
take advantage of study groups and tutoring
services. This is an ideal time for you to send
words of encouragement or a care package.
Remind your student to eat well, attend office
hours and get enough sleep.
Some students will find that their budgets have
not extended as far as they had hoped. Over
break, talk with your student about finances.
After finals, students are often exhausted both
mentally and physically. Holiday break is a
good time for students to relax and catch up
on much-needed sleep. Talk with your student
about plans for the break.
Students may start thinking about study abroad
and international learning opportunities.
Discuss possible study abroad opportunities,
as well as financial plans. Check on application
deadlines.
First day of Winter
Holiday Break
Holiday Break
The Hawk Spot closed
The Hawk Spot closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Holiday Break
Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am - 1:30 pm
Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am - 1:30 pm
Food service closed
Food service closed
Food service closed
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Food service closed
New Year’s Eve
Food service closed
Food service closed
Food service closed
Food service closed
Food service closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Did You Know?
Northeast’s Service Center is ranked TOP
TEN in Community Colleges. Our Service
Center can assist your student with his/
her technology needs as well as his/her
course needs.
www.northeast.edu
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Northeast Hawk’s Men’s Basketball player Kevin Metoyer scores during the Hawks regular season.
January 2016
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
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SATURDAY
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New Year’s Day
Did You Know?
Career Services hosts an etiquette dinner for
professional development. Students receive instruction
on proper etiquette while dining and networking.
Food service closed
Holiday Break
College closed
Begin FAFSA for aid
for 2016 - 2017
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Residence Halls
move-in by appt. for
new residents
Food service closed
Food service closed
Food service closed
Food service closed
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Residence Life
Orientation 6 pm
Residence Halls
move-in by appt. for
new residents
Special College Store hrs.
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Financial Aid
available for books at
the College Store
Food service closed
(Jan. 8 - 15)
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Food service closed
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Students should verify their
mailing address is correct in
their My Northeast account
The Hawk Spot reopens
Residence Halls move-in by
appt. for new residents
Special College Store hrs.
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Spring semester
Chartwells
classes begin
Welcome
Back
Tuition, room/board,
breakfast
and fees due
The Hawk Spot
Last day to cancel or
Hawk’s Landing
7 - 9:30 am
change a meal plan
reopens
Special College Store hrs. Special College Store hrs. Special College Store hrs. Special College Store hrs. Special College Store hrs.
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Students see their fall-semester grades and
may be thrilled or disappointed. Ask your
student what went well, and what he or she
would like to do differently. Scheduling an
advising appointment is a good place to start.
Students return to campus after a long break.
Some will be relieved to return to being on their
own while others may miss home. Talk with
your student about plans to stay in touch.
Many students begin applying for financial aid
for next year by filling out the Free Application
for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. Talk
with your student about finances for the
upcoming semester and next year. For more
information, see the Resources section at the
back of the calendar.
Students are preparing for spring classes. They
should log into their My Northeast account
to update their emergency and contact
information and access their class schedule.
Students intending to graduate this semester
need to apply for graduation through the
Registrar’s Office.
Students begin purchasing textbooks and other
course materials for the upcoming spring term.
Remind your student to reflect on experiences
and goals as they enter their second semester.
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FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
Last day for 100%
tuition adjustment
on dropped classes
(Full-term classes)
Martin Luther King
Jr. Day
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www.northeast.edu
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FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
December 2015
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Northeast journalism students enjoying the rain outside of the College Media Association national conference in New York City.
February 2016
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FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
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Last day for 50%
tuition adjustment
on dropped classes
(full-term classes)
Scholarship
applications due
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SATURDAY
Black History Month
Groundhog Day
Blood drive
9 am - 3 pm, LLC
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National Wear Red Day
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FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
Chinese New Year
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Valentine’s Day
President’s Day
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Last day to
withdraw from first
eight-week classes
Ash Wednesday
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
Students begin planning for spring break. They
may feel pressured by friends to go to warm and
exotic places. Most Northeast students do not
spend spring break at a vacation destination,
but instead work, volunteer, or spend time with
family and friends.
Valentine’s Day may serve as the highlight for
some students, but it may be a source of anxiety
for others. Students appreciate receiving a card
or care package from family and friends.
Extended periods of cold temperatures and
a lack of sunshine in the winter months may
leave students feeling “down” and restless from
spending so much time indoors. Alcohol use
also increases during this time of year. Talk to
your student about how he or she is handling
the weather and what he or she is doing to get
involved and stay healthy this semester.
FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
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www.northeast.edu
FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
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Did You Know?
Northeast’s International Business Communications Class
attended the Nobel Peace Prize Forum from March 6-8, 2015
in Minneapolis, MN after co-studying social entrepreneurship
with the Advanced Humanities Seminar Class in Norway.
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Northeast Utility Line students experience hands-on learning.
March 2016
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
The Hawk Spot closed
Women’s History
Month
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First eight-week
classes end
Food service closed
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FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
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Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am - 1:30 pm
Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am - 1:30 pm
Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am - 1:30 pm
Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am - 1:30 pm
Hawk’s Landing
open 7 am - 1:30 pm
Food service closed
Winter Break for
students
Winter Break for
faculty and students
Winter Break for
faculty and students
Winter Break for
faculty and students
Winter Break for
faculty and students
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Daylight Saving
begins
Second eight-week
classes begin
Spring Job Fair
10:30 am - 2 pm
Cox Activities Center
St. Patrick’s Day
FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
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There are more midterms and papers this
month. This is a great time to let your student
know you are thinking of him or her by sending
a card, photos, or other greetings.
Many students will have finalized their housing
situation for the upcoming year. Ask your
student about this if you have not heard about
his or her plans.
If your student is moving at the end of the
semester, encourage advanced planning; for
example, spring break is an opportunity to bring
home the things he or she no longer needs.
Students will soon receive information about
course enrollment dates for summer and fall
semesters, including their earliest enrollment
appointment times. Enrollment for summer
term begins March 29, while enrollment for fall
term continuing students begins April 18. For
more information, see the Resources section at
the back of the calendar.
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Food service closed
www.northeast.edu
Good Friday
First day of Spring
Purim begins
at sundown
Palm Sunday
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Food service closed
Food service closed
Easter Sunday
Spring Break
College closed
Summer registration
begins
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Spring Break
College closed
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Food service closed
Did You Know?
The EMS program had an ambulance donated
to it in March of 2014 and it is available to
use in any Emergency Medical Services class
in our 20 county area.
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Northeast Hawks Men’s Golf coach Brad Bosh and player Michael Bergquist during golf practice. The Men’s Golf team plays in tournaments across the region in both the spring and fall seasons.
April 2016
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Did You Know?
The Northeast Associate Degree Nursing program is
nationally accredited by Accreditation Commission for
Education in Nursing (ACEN) and Nebraska State Board of
Nursing.
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1-4 pm, CWC
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FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
Last day to withdraw
from spring semester
classes
Blood drive
9 am - 3 pm LLC
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1-4 pm, CWC
Last day to withdraw
from second eightweek classes
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
Students may begin to think about changing
their program of study, pursuing summer
jobs/internships, or finding summer housing.
If your student is in the process of deciding
which direction to take, encourage him or her
to explore the options and keep an open mind.
Ask your student about a favorite class or what
topic(s) he or she finds interesting. Remind
him or her about campus resources. For more
information, see the Resources section in the
back of the calendar.
Warmer temperatures and more sunshine may
lead to spring fever. Students may find it hard
to concentrate on academics and may spend
more time outdoors. Ask your student how he
or she is planning ahead and staying on top of
tasks. Just as important as studying is staying
healthy—eating a balanced diet, getting
enough sleep, exercising, and balancing work
with play.
Tax Day
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FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
www.northeast.edu
Passover begins
at sundown
Fall registration
begins
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1-4 pm, CWC
Arbor Day
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Northeast graduates celebrate and pose for pictures after the 2014 Commencement ceremony.
May 2016
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Residence Hall
check-out by appt.
Residence Hall
check-out by appt.
Final Exams
Final Exams
Mother’s Day
Book Buy Back
(Norfolk)
Book Buy Back
(Norfolk)
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Cinco de Mayo
FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
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under summer hours
Final Exams
7 am - 1:30 pm, no
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FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
Graduation
Commencement
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closed for summer
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Residence Hall
check-out complete by
5 pm or 24 hr. after last
final exam
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begins
Cooperative
Internships begin
FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
Tuition and fees due
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
Stress levels often increase as students are
completing papers and projects and taking
final exams. Encourage your student to take
advantage of study groups and tutoring
services. This is a great time of year to send a
care package.
Some students may be staying in Norfolk and
taking classes or working. Others are preparing
to move back home and/or relocate for a summer
internship. Talk with your student about summer
plans. Students will begin summer employment
or internships, or will begin to look for work now
that they have completed the semester.
After finals, students are often exhausted both
mentally and physically. They will look forward
to finding time to relax and catch up on muchneeded sleep.
Students will need to update their current
address for the summer through their My
Northeast account.
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1-4 pm, CWC
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Hawk’s Landing
reopens (summer hrs.)
Food service closed
7 am - 1:30 pm
Did You Know?
Of the 858 graduates in 2013-14, Career
Services reported details from 838
graduates. The report shows that 99% of
them are either employed or continuing
their education.
April 2016
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Northeast audio production major/music student Xandria Gregory and singer/songwriter Renee Bracken take advantage of the new equipment in the Northeast Community College audio production lab.
June 2016
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Did You Know?
Automotive Technology, Auto Body Repair Technology, Diesel
Technology, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning,
Electrical Construction and Control, and Wind Energy programs
all offer NC3 Certifications.
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ends
FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
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1-4 pm, CWC
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at sundown
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Ramadan begins
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1-4 pm, CWC
Flag Day
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What’s Happening
With Your Student
While many students return home for the
summer, others stay in Norfolk. Students who
leave campus for the summer may wonder
what will happen to their friendships and other
relationships. Ask your student how he or she
plans to stay in touch with college friends.
Students who take summer classes at Northeast
will find that the condensed timeframe means
that courses are more intense than in the fall
and spring semester, which can make balancing
academics and social time more challenging.
Summer is a good time for students to reflect
on the successes and challenges of the past
year. Ask your student what his or her goals
are for the year ahead. Encourage him or her
to take advantage of campus resources, such as
advising offices and Career Services, which can
help with upcoming decisions. Many of these
offices remain open during the summer months.
Students living away from home may, for the
first time, miss important family gatherings or
family vacations. Even if your student is unable
to attend, keep him or her in the loop before and
after these events.
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www.northeast.edu
Juneteeth
Father’s Day
First day of summer
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1-4 pm, CWC
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ends
Book Buy Back
(Norfolk)
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The Northeast Archery Club competed in the Intercollegiate Archery Championships in Newberry, Florida in May of 2015.
July 2016
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Did You Know?
In 2015, Northeast unveiled a new mission statement,
“Northeast Community College is dedicated to the success of
students and the region it serves.”
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1-4 pm, CWC
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7 am - 1:30 pm
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Eid al-Fitr
FAFSA Friday
1-4 pm, CWC
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Session II begins
Food service closed
Tuition and fees due
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1-4 pm, CWC
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What’s Happening
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Students who stay in Norfolk for the summer
often form a stronger connection with the
community–by working off-campus, going
to area restaurants, and attending events.
Encourage your student to explore Norfolk and
the surrounding communities. You may also want
to plan a trip to Norfolk to visit your student.
Students living at home may start missing college
friends and feel anxious to return to campus.
They may also want to spend much of their
remaining free time with old friends. Tensions
may increase because your student is becoming
more independent. Remember that students go
through changes as they develop into adults.
Keep lines of communication open, tell your
student that you love him or her, and continue to
build upon your new adult-to-adult relationship.
If your student is working during the summer to
help pay for costs during the academic year, check
in about savings: are things on track with what
has been planned?
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Northeast students enjoying Wacky Wednesday cosmic bowling night.
August 2016
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Financial Aid
available for books at
the College Store
(Aug. 19-26)
The Hawk Spot
reopens, 11 am
Residence Halls
move-in by appt.
Residence Halls
move-in by appt.
Residence Halls
move-in by appt.
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Internships end
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Mandatory Residence
Life Orientation
Fall semester
classes begin
Fall Orientation
for Freshmen
Tuition, room/board,
and fees due
Residence Halls
move-in by appt.
Welcome Back
Week Activities
Special College store hrs. Special College store hrs.
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Welcome Back
Week Activities
Welcome Back
Week Activities
Welcome Back
Week Activities
Last day to cancel or
change a meal plan
Special College
Store hrs.
Special College
Store hrs.
Special College
Store hrs.
Special College
Store hrs.
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Did You Know?
Northeast Women’s
Volleyball team
advanced to the Region
XI B final game in their
2014 season.
www.northeast.edu
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2016-2017 DATES
Labor Day
College Closed ..............................Sept. 5, 2016
Fall Break ...............................Oct. 17-18, 2016
Spring Semester
Registration ............................... Nov. 14, 2016
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Thanksgiving Break ................Nov. 23-25, 2016
College Closed ........................Nov. 24-25, 2016
Final Exams ............................Dec. 13-15, 2016
Semester Ends............................. Dec. 15, 2016
November 2016
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Residence Halls
move-in by appointment ......... Jan. 6-8, 2017
December 2016
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Classes Begin ...............................Jan. 11, 2017
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Summer Sessions
Registration ............................ March 27, 2017
Spring Break ......................... April 14-17, 2017
Fall Semester
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Final Exams ..............................May 8-10, 2017
Semester Ends............................. May 10, 2017
* Events and deadlines in this calendar are subject to change. For additional important dates and events, visit the Northeast Calendar at northeast.edu.
Graduation .................................. May 13, 2017
Table of Contents and
Campus Map
Campus Map ...................................... 1
Campus Resources ........................... 2-7
Academics and Career ............. 2
Health, Wellness, and Safety ... 3
Learning Support .................... 4
Housing ................................. 4
Transportation and Parking ..... 4
Out-of-Class Learning ............. 4
More Programs and Services.... 5
Additional Resources............... 6
Financial Aid, Tuition,
Billing, and Refunds ......... 6-8
The First-Year Experience ............. 10-12
Things To Do in Norfolk ..................... 13
Important Contacts .......................... 14
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Campus Resources
Academics and Career
Academic Advising
Northeast’s Faculty Advisors and Student Services staff share a commitment
to advisement and counseling. To help with college and career planning,
every student is assigned a Primary Advisor, who is a faculty member
from the student’s program of study. Students who have not yet chosen
a program of study are assigned a Primary Advisor from the Advising and
Academic Support Center (A&ASC). General Advisors in the A&ASC are
available to assist students with career development, educational planning
and issues impacting academic success. Final responsibility for planning
courses, meeting requirements, and observing regulations lies with the
student. Students should read the Student Handbook carefully as their
source of information on requirements and regulations. Students should
see their advisor for suggestions of electives not listed in the suggested or
required programs of study. ELECTIVES AND/OR SUBSTITUTIONS MUST HAVE
THE APPROVAL OF THE ADVISOR AND/OR DEAN OF THE DIVISION OF THE
STUDENT’S PROGRAM OF STUDY. All students should take advantage of the
opportunity to meet with an advisor every semester.
Advising and Academic Support Center (A&ASC)
The Advising & Academic Support Center (A&ASC) is staffed by General
Advisors, Tutoring, Writers’ Clinic personnel and Peer Advisors. Students
may wish to visit the A&ASC if they are undecided about their major, have
questions about transferring, need help to select courses, wish to improve
their performance in classes, or need assistance with a written assignment.
General Advisors are available to assist students with schedule building,
career planning, transfer questions, changes of major, academic recovery,
and other issues impacting academic success. The A&ASC is located in the
College Welcome Center, Room 1284.
Career Planning
Choosing a career is a process that takes self-knowledge, occupational
information, and good decision-making skills. Northeast Community
College offers many opportunities for career planning and exploration.
Northeast offers a one-credit hour Career Planning course that includes
assessment, career research, and activities to help students make shortterm and long-term career decisions. Students may also seek career
guidance by visiting with a General Advisor in the A&ASC to determine
the necessary steps for planning and achieving their career goals. General
Some services are available on the Norfolk campus ONLY. If your student attends classes at an offcampus location, they should contact the Extended Campus Director or the appropriate College
office in Norfolk for additional information.
Advisors use no-charge career assessments, such as Career Connections
and TypeFocus, to help students make career decisions based on interests,
abilities, values and personality. Students may visit the Career Services
Office or website northeast.edu for additional resources to assist in reaching
career decisions. Web: http://www.northeast.edu/Career-Services/
Career-Exploration.aspx
Career Services
The Career Services Office offers a variety of services and programs to
assist with the career development, job search, and employment needs
of Northeast students and alumni. Whether students are looking for parttime employment while attending college or searching for a full-time
job after graduation, the Career Services staff is eager to assist. Career
Services communicates with business, industry, professional facilities,
and government offices to keep current of trends in the industries and to
post job openings. The job listing can be viewed by current students and
graduates on the northeast.edu/career-services website. The website also
contains information on career activities and events, helpful links to career
websites, and career exploration resources.
Resources include:
• Assistance with resumes, cover letters, and job applications
• Mock interviews to help with interview skills
• Job fairs to meet prospective employers and to learn about job
opportunities
My Northeast Web-Based Program to Access Student Information
Students can handle much of their college business by visiting My Northeast
through the My Account button at northeast.edu:
• Search and enroll for classes and obtain textbook information
• View tuition account charges and payments, and access links to view,
print, and pay bills
• View grades, view/update emergency and contact information
• Check financial aid status and accept/decline a financial aid award
customized schedules. Encourage your student to speak with an academic
advisor before enrollment, even if it is not required. Students should plan
to meet with their advisor about a month prior to enrollment to ensure
advisor availability. Each student’s assigned advisor is listed via their My
Northeast account. My Northeast can be accessed through the My Account
button on the Northeast Community College homepage at northeast.
edu. Additional details about course enrollment, including demos of
the enrollment system, are available at https://www.northeast.
edu/Videos/Register-for-classes/Register-for-classes.html.
Phone: (402) 844-HELP; E-mail: [email protected]
Apply for Graduation
Northeast Community College graduates students in December of the fall
term and May of the spring term. A formal graduation ceremony is held only
in May each year. Graduates from the fall term are invited to participate in
the spring ceremony. To determine a student’s graduation term, please have
them check their DegreeWorks audit. This audit is in students’ My Northeast
account. All prospective graduates will need to make a formal application
to graduate, regardless as to the terms noted in their DegreeWorks audit.
Graduation Applications will be sent to prospective graduates preferred
email address as noted in their My Northeast account. The Application link
will be in the email, which will go out in mid-January. Please encourage
your student to verify their “preferred” email address in their My Northeast
account and watch this account closely for this email. (They may need to
check their spam or junk folder.) If they do not receive this email by the
beginning of February, please have them contact the Registrar’s Office.
Applications must be completed by mid- February.
Course Enrollment Process
Enrollment for continuing students begins in mid-November for spring term,
late March for summer term, and mid-April for fall term. In preparation for
meeting with an advisor and enrolling, students can use their My Northeast
account to find courses, view course and instructor information and create
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Campus Resources
The Service Center
The Service Center provides service and support for students, faculty and
staff with the computing, networking, and other campus information
technology resources.
Resources include:
• Check out equipment (laptops, webcams, camcorders, projectors,
iPads etc.)
• Password resets for Banner self-service, Sakai, email/domain,
JupiterGrades
• Desktop/PC/Peripheral support
• ITV support
• Wireless assistance
• Mobile device assistance
• Web conferencing support (including Adobe Connect)
• Sakai/JupiterGrades support
• Student device support
The Service Center can be contacted online at http://northeast.
edu/Help/, or submit an online request at http://northeast.edu.
Help/Request-Help.aspx, or E-mail [email protected], phone:
(402) 844-HELP, or go in-person to the Northeast Library.
Study Abroad
Northeast students have numerous opportunities to study abroad–as part of
a two-week faculty-led travel experience to various overseas locations or as
a summer exchange student for 3- to 5-weeks in July at Middlesex University
in London, England. For more information, contact Pam Saalfeld, cochair of Global Opportunities. Phone: (402) 844-7347, or E-mail
[email protected].
Library Resource Center
Northeast’s Library is a valuable resource by providing students tools to
conduct scholarly research and increase knowledge. Resources include
approximately 30,000 print volumes and over 35,000 electronic books.
Through the Library’s subscription databases, students have access to
millions of current and credible resources not available through Google,
Yahoo, or other search engines. Library databases are available on- or
off-campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The Library’s computer
lab includes full Internet access and standard software packages offered
in the classroom labs. Comfortable seating areas, private study carrels,
and tables for small group meetings are available for student use. The
Library staff is available to assist students with their research needs on
regular class days Monday-Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday from
7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and on Sunday from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Library
hours during summer and student breaks are Monday-Thursday from
7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and on Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Web: http://www.northeast.edu/Library-Resources/
Health, Wellness, and Safety
Recreational Sports
The College offers activities to enrich the educational experience by
providing recreational programs and services that promote the social,
mental, and physical well-being of the campus community. A fitness room
with exercise equipment such as treadmills, weight machines and free
weights are located in the Cox Activities Center. The College plans intramural
coed sports on a seasonal basis, including flag football, softball, basketball,
sand volleyball, volleyball, bowling, ping-pong, pitch tournaments, and
others according to student interest.
Web: http://www.northeast.edu/Student-Life/Intramural-Sports/
Campus Alert
Northeast believes that your student’s safety on the main and Extended
Campuses is of paramount importance. Northeast has partnered with Rave
Mobile Safety, the leader in mobile safety, to offer an emergency notification
system. Campus Alert is available to all staff, faculty and enrolled students.
Northeast’s Campus Alert system will disseminate timely emergency
notifications and weather announcements via text message, email, and
voice messages. For more detailed information, visit northeast.edu/
campus-alert.
Student Health
Part-time health services for students are offered in the Student Center,
Room 216. Students can be served on a walk-in basis or via appointment
by calling (402) 844-7176. No cost services offered in the Student Center
include: OTC medicine, STD education and testing, HIV testing, pregnancy
testing, blood pressure checks, blood glucose monitoring, crutches (lend
only), ice packs, wraps, and community resource information.
Important Note: If a student is not nineteen years old, and wants/needs
to visit Student Health Services, a doctor, or medical clinic in the Norfolk
area, a parent or guardian MUST sign papers at the clinic before the student
can be seen. It is recommended to visit Student Health Services and any
medical offices your student may visit before school starts, to get the
necessary paperwork completed ahead of time.
Security Service
College policy provides for safe and healthy working conditions in all
facilities and activities and complies with all rules, laws, and regulations
pertaining to the safety and health of students. Northeast contracts with
Sioux City Night Patrol for 24 hour, 7 days a week security service. Students
may access this service anytime by calling (402) 841-5163.
Staying Safe
As partners in staying safe, students should take personal responsibility for
their safety. Encourage your student to remain aware of surroundings; walk
in groups; use lighted paths when walking at night; lock doors and windows
at all times; keep friends and family informed as to where he or she is going
and who he or she is with; carry a cell phone; call 911 immediately if he
or she ever feels threatened; and, if choosing to drink alcohol, do so in
moderation.
Northeast offers several important safety services including:
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Security Services, our 24-hour security officers devoted to providing
for the safety and security of all people who come in contact with the
Norfolk campus. Non-emergency phone: (402) 841-5163.
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Emergency Contact Information–Remind your student that keeping
emergency contact information up-to-date is critical, should an
emergency arise. Students can access this through their My Northeast
account on the website.
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Emergency Notifications: Campus Alert system- to alert the College
community of safety-related situations. Campus Alert will send upto-date information to students and staff through mass email, text,
and/or phone call, web page postings and news media. Encourage
your student to sign up on their My Northeast account.
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Campus Resources
Learning Support
A&ASC (Advising and Academic Support Center)
The A&ASC offers tutoring services in all disciplines free of charge to any
Northeast student. Tutoring is designed to help students understand
course material and review information for tests. Individualized and group
assistance is available during both the fall and spring semesters. The Writers’
Clinic offers assistance with the writing process and provides suggestions
in the following areas: writing anxiety, topic selection, introductions,
paragraph development, conclusions, word choice, grammar, mechanics,
punctuation, and writing styles. Peer Advisors are also available to assist
students on a drop-in basis.
Phone: (402) 844-7719; Web: https/www.northeast.edu/SupportServices/Academic-Support/
Learning Skills for Success Class
Learning Skills for Success is a credit course designed to help students
acquire skills and attitudes that promote success in the classroom and in
life. The course focuses on helping students learn how learn, how to access
learning resources, and how to develop effective life skills.
Transitional English
Transitional English is designed to improve and enhance English skills
in reading, writing, spelling, and vocabulary. Instruction is based on the
student’s individual needs, such as use of context clues, five-step paragraph
development, thesis statements, grammar, sentence types, correction
of fragments and run-ons, main ideas, relationships, inferences, and
the author’s purpose and tone. In addition, students can receive English
assistance in other courses.
Transitional Math
The Transitional Math Program consists of prescriptive and individualized
math classes. Prescriptive math classes are designed to build math skills to
prepare the student to enroll in college level math courses. Individualized
math classes are designed to be support classes for students enrolled in any
other college math class. The emphasis in these classes will be skill building
along with instruction related to the required college math class in which
the student is enrolled to meet graduation requirements.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
Northeast Community College offers a sequence of classes for students
who want to develop English language proficiency. Students may enroll in
non-credit offerings through the Adult Education Division with classes that
begin with basic literacy instruction and continue through more advanced
language and writing skills. Credit classes are also offered that will develop
English language skills through advanced levels in preparation for the TOEFL
exam or college coursework.
Housing
Campus Housing
The Norfolk Campus operates two residence halls and two apartment
buildings on campus. Students who are interested in living on-campus are
encouraged to apply to Residence Life as soon as they have been accepted for
admission to the College. An application form will be mailed to the student
with their letter of acceptance to the College or can be downloaded from the
Housing webpage at northeast.edu. A $25 nonrefundable application fee
is required with the Residence Life Application. Students who submit the
Residence Life Application and fee are eligible for an offer to live on-campus
on a first-come, first-serve basis. Those applicants who do not receive an
offer or choose to live off-campus are eligible for off-campus services.
Phone: (402) 844-7150; Web: www.northeast.edu/CampusHousing/
Off-Campus Services
For students who will be living off-campus in the Norfolk community, the
Residence Life Office provides off-campus housing services. The service
provides assistance to students in the form of rental listings of apartments,
sleeping rooms, and houses. Also, off-campus roommate assistance and
general information about the community are provided. During the
summer, overnight campus accommodations are available for students and
their families while they search for rental facilities. All services are provided
free to students on the Residence Life Application List.
Phone (402) 844-7172.
Transportation and Parking
Student Parking and Traffic Regulations
All vehicles operated by credit students must be registered with Student
Services if parked on-campus. Registrations are valid from July 1 to June
30. The cling-on must be displayed on the rear window. Campus speed
limits are 15 mph unless otherwise posted. Parking lots are available on
a first-come, first-serve basis. Motorcycles are to be parked in regular
parking stalls or in specially marked areas. Handicap parking is available
and designated by signage and color-coded. Staff and students parking
illegally will be ticketed. Vehicle owners should carry appropriate insurance
coverage in the event that damage occurs to a vehicle or its contents while
parked on the College campus.
Transportation Services Offered in the Norfolk Area:
Arrow / Black Hills Stage Lines – Bus Service to Omaha, NE: (877) 779-2999
Checker Cab Norfolk: (402) 371-5800
Norfolk Public Transportation: (402) 379-4595
Ponca Tribe of Nebraska Ponca Express: (877) 769-3111
Out-of-Class Learning
Campus Leadership Opportunities
Northeast offers four different campus leadership opportunities for your
student to get involved in and grow his or her leadership potential. Your
student can showcase his or her leadership experiences by joining the
Resident/Student Assistants (RA/SA) Team, Student Activities Council
(SAC), Student Ambassadors Program, or through the Student Government
Association (SGA). The RA/SA Team are student housing residents who
work together as a team selected to assist with the daily operation of the
on-campus resident housing facilities. The team creates and maintains a
successful academic-focused living environment. SAC serves the student
body by planning and coordinating student activities such as “Wacky
Wednesdays” and “Monday Night at the Movies.” This organization is made
up of students from all areas of the College. Student Ambassadors are a
team of ten to twelve selected students who help promote Northeast by
hosting campus tours, hosting and participating in appreciation/recognition
activities, speaking to civic organizations in their hometown and Norfolk,
and sending thank you and other cards to prospective students. SGA
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consists of eleven students who are elected or appointed to represent the
student body on campus. They serve on all major councils and committees,
boost student morale, and voice student concerns and opinions to the
college administration. Web: https://www.northeast.edu/StudentLife/Leadership-Opportunities.aspx
Student Activities and Organizations
The College encourages students to participate in activities apart from
studies to build new relationships, to foster cooperation and responsibility,
and to develop skills and interests. Some clubs, organizations, and activities
have specific requirements; however, many are open to any interested
full-or part-time students. All College organizations have an advisor. A
listing of the student organizations and descriptions are available from the
Student Activities Office website. Phone: (402) 844-7159; Web: www.
northeast.edu/Student-Life/Student-Groups-an-Clubs.aspx
More Programs and Services
Student Services Department
Grounded in the ideals of Northeast, the Student Services Department
provides assistance and support to students to ensure that every student is
given the opportunity for success in and out of the classroom. Phone: (402)
844-7719; Web: https://www.northeast.edu/Support-Services/
Meals to Fit Your Schedule
All-you-care-to-eat Dining
Specials & Themed Events
Pulse on Dining is our award winning residential approach to
dining which provides students with a restaurant quality
experience every time they dine. We achieve this by offering
made to order options prepared with fresh ingredients,
interchangeable concepts and special events and themed meals.
College Store
The Northeast College Store has two locations. The College Store in Norfolk
is located on the second floor of the Student Center. Students can shop for
books, supplies, apparel, and gift items. Textbooks (including eBooks) both
new and used are available to rent or purchase. Textbook buy back occurs
at the end of each term at the Norfolk and South Sioux City locations.
Specific dates can be found on the academic calendar, northeast.edu, or
at the College Store. Extended hours are offered at the beginning of each
semester. Regular store hours in Norfolk are from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday through Thursday and 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Friday. Students can
also purchase their textbooks by telephone using their MasterCard, Visa, or
Discover credit card. Encourage your student to show up early at the College
Store. Lines will be long, but it is not an excuse to attend class without
books.
Enjoy choices including: hearth baked pizza, custom deli
sandwiches, char- grilled sandwiches, comfort foods, salad bar,
fresh fruit and MORE!
College Welcome Center
The College Welcome Center is Northeast’s one-stop shop for campus and
community information, including information on campus programs and
services, and upcoming events.
www.dineoncampus.com/necc/
Counseling
Individual counseling is confidential and offered on a short-term basis to
students enrolled in a minimum of six credit hours. Costs are already covered
by tuition and student fees, so there are no “out-of-pocket” payments.
Parental Involvement Protocol
The College may contact a parent/guardian when there is a serious health,
safety, or misconduct concern. This protocol provides an opportunity for the
College to occasionally partner with a parent/guardian in order to assist a
student who may be struggling with an issue that is affecting his or her
success.
Following an initial appointment and depending upon the student’s needs,
a student may receive services on campus or be referred elsewhere. The
Counseling Office is located in the College Welcome Center.
Disability Services
Northeast is committed to providing equal access to all instructional
material, facilities, services, and activities for all students to include
those with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations to
participate fully. Students requesting accommodations must disclose
that he or she has a permanent or temporary diagnosed disability to the
Disability Services Office and complete an application as soon as possible.
Phone: (402) 844-7343; E-mail: [email protected]
Fall Orientation
Fall Orientation is held prior to the beginning of the fall semester. This
program serves to familiarize students with campus procedures and the
College environment. Orientation activities may include classroom and
Student Services tours, introduction to advisors, and activities to help
students get to know the College and community.
Food Service
The Hawk Spot offers all you can eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner during
the week and brunch and dinner during the weekends. The Hawk Spot
is located in the lower level of the Student Center. It is closed during the
holidays and summer.
Breakfast 6:30 - 10:00 am, Monday - Friday
Brunch
11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Saturday - Sunday
Lunch
10:30 am - 1:30 pm, Monday - Friday
Dinner
5:00 - 7:30 pm, Monday - Thursday
5:00 - 6:30 pm, Friday
5:00 - 6:00 pm, Saturday - Sunday
Hawk’s Landing is located in the upper level of the Student Center and offers
burgers, sandwiches, and a variety of snacks and beverages.
Monday - Thursday
7:00 am - 10:00 pm
Friday
7:00 am - 1:30 pm
No Weekends
Summer Hours:
Monday - Friday
7:00 am - 1:30 pm
No Weekends
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International Student Services
Provides orientation, advising, documentation, information, and education
to and about international students and their dependents. Students are
assisted with questions about resources and United States F-1 and J-1 visa
regulations. Phone: (402) 844-7270; College Welcome Center room
1283; Web: www.northeast.edu/Admissions/International/
Northeast Athletics
Hawk’s game days are special and a core part of the campus experience.
Don’t miss out! Northeast offers intercollegiate competition in men’s
basketball, golf, and soccer and women’s basketball, volleyball, and softball.
For schedules (402) 844-7272 or visit https://www.northeast.edu/
Athletics/.
Student Center
The Student Center is a gathering place where students, faculty, staff, and
guests can eat, meet, relax, socialize, and enjoy films, guest lecturers,
and live performances, among other activities. The following services are
offered in the Student Center: food services with The Hawk Spot, Hawk’s
Landing, and College Store. In addition, there is a game room and access to
computers. Student Activities, Health & Wellness, Student Health Services
and lactation room, and Student Government offices are also located on the
upper level of the Student Center. Hawk’s Landing contains a big screen TV
and wireless internet is available to all students as well.
Additional Resources
Attendance
Northeast Community College expects students to recognize the importance
of attending classes. Individual instructors develop and enforce attendance
requirements for their classes. Students are responsible to their instructors
for class attendance and required class work, including work missed for
absences. Students who cannot attend class because of illness should notify
their instructors. In cases of extended illness, notify the Dean of Student
Life. Students who miss class due to military obligations must notify the
College’s VA certifying official in the Registrar’s office.
Study Habits
The rule for studying is 2-3 hours for every hour in class. Therefore, if your
student is taking 15 credit hours, they should anticipate studying outside
of class up to 30-45 hours. Being a college student is a full-time job. As a
parent or family member, you can support your student by encouraging
appropriate study habits. First-year students often underestimate the
amount of study time required, good study habits, and time management.
Drug and Alcohol Policy
Northeast Community College is a drug/alcohol free campus. A complete
copy of Northeast’s policy is available electronically for students on their
My Northeast account. It is also available in the Student Services Office
and on the Northeast website. More than 40% of the academic problems
students have today are alcohol related and 29% of college dropouts are
due to alcohol.
Smoking and Tobacco Policy
The use or possession of tobacco and/or tobacco substitutes is not permitted
on any College-owned property, in buildings, vehicles, during classes,
athletic events, or at any College-sponsored activities. This includes, but is
not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, and electronic smoking
devices.
Cancellations or Postponements
When weather or other conditions necessitate the cancellation or
postponement of daytime classes and services provided by Northeast
Community College, a decision will be made before 6:00 a.m. If evening
classes must be canceled, a decision will be made and announced by 3:00
p.m. For cancellation or postponement announcements, students may call
(402) 371-2020 or (800) 348-9033, visit northeast.edu, KHWK cable TV, or
listen to the local radio and television stations.
Reporting a Crime
Emergencies and/or criminal activity occurring on Northeast leased, rented,
or owned property or at a Northeast-sponsored event, must be reported
immediately to local emergency personnel by dialing 911. Follow-up
communication should include contacting Security at (402) 841-5163 and
the Vice President of Student Services office (402) 844-7272. Designated
emergency personnel will respond to reports of criminal action or
emergencies occurring on campus.
Recommended Reading
Throughout the different stages of raising your child, there have been books
to help you along the way. Here are a few books to help you as you begin
your journey into this next transition—the transition to college.
Almost Grown: Launching Your Child from High School to College, by Patricia
Pasick
Don’t Tell Me What To Do, Just Send Money: The Essential Parenting Guide to
the College Years, by Helen Johnson
Letting Go: A Parent’s Guide to Understanding the College Years, by Karen
Levin Coburn and Madge Lawrence Teeger
The Launching Years: Strategies for Parenting from Senior Year to College Life,
by Laura Kastner and Jennifer Wyatt
You’re On Your Own, But I’m Here if You Need Me: Mentoring Your Child During
the College Years, by Marjorie Savage
When Your Kid Goes to College: A Parent’s Survival Guide, by Carol Barkin
Financial Aid, Tuition, Billing, and Refunds
Financial Aid Office
Students can learn about potential funding sources, such as grants, loans,
work-study, and scholarships through the Financial Aid Office. Phone:
(402) 844-7285; Address: Norfolk Campus College Welcome Center
801 East Benjamin Ave, Norfolk, NE 68702; Web: northeast.edu/
Financial-Aid-and-Scholarships/
Responsibilities include:
• Processing applications for financial aid
• Determining eligibility for financial aid awards
• Disbursing financial aid to student tuition accounts
• Adjusting financial aid awards when needed
FAFSA Completion Days
Staff from Northeast’s Financial Aid Office offer one-on-one assistance
in completing the FAFSA for students planning to attend Northeast. At
Northeast Community College in Norfolk, assistance will be offered on
Fridays from 1:00 - 4:00 pm in the College Welcome Center. No appointment
is necessary. During these sessions, students and their parents receive help
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in completing the FAFSA on the web. A PIN (obtained at www.pin.ed.gov),
completed 2015 federal tax returns, and W-2’s for both the parent(s) and
the student are required. A computer lab is available for students to use
to complete the FAFSA with a counselor’s assistance. For sessions at one of
Northeast’s Extended Campus locations please contact your local Extended
Campus or Regional Office.
Registrar’s Office
The Registrar’s Office manages student records, course information,
graduation information, diplomas, student privacy rights and student
veteran services. Phone: (402) 844-7265; Address: Norfolk Campus
College Welcome Center 801 East Benjamin Ave, Norfolk, NE 68702;
Web: northeast.edu/Records-and-Registration/
Responsibilities include:
• Providing students with official transcripts
• Processing enrollment and degree verifications
• Offering course enrollment assistance
• Determining residence for tuition purposes
• Answering questions regarding the release and withholding of private
information under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
• Administering student veteran’s educational benefits
Residence for Tuition Purposes
To be eligible for Nebraska, Iowa, or South Dakota resident tuition at
Northeast, students must establish residency according to Nebraska
statutes. For more information, contact the Dean of Enrollment
Management. Phone: (402) 844-7733
Course Drop/Withdrawal and Tuition Cost Adjustments
The date a course is dropped determines eligibility for a tuition cost
adjustment. For more information about drop deadlines and course
adjustments, visit https://ssb.northeast.edu/WebCashier.html. Be aware
that dropping hours may affect financial aid, housing eligibility, and/
or veteran benefits. If a student has received financial aid, a tuition
refund will be used to restore amounts to the aid programs involved. All
educational costs incurred up to the time of withdrawal will be considered
in determining any additional overpayment of aid. Financial aid repayment
is established according to federal regulations pertaining to federal student
aid. Visit northeast.edu/Records-and-Registration/
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Interest–Free Monthly Payment Plan
To help students meet their educational expenses, Northeast Community
College offers Nelnet Business Solutions (NBS) as a convenient budget
payment plan. This is not a loan program and there is no interest or
finance charges. Students are charged a $25 non-refundable enrollment
fee each semester they are enrolled in the program. To budget tuition
and fees with the NBS payment plan, students or parents may have
payments transferred from a bank account or automatically charged
to a credit card on the fifth day of each month. Contact an Accounts
Receivable Specialist for more information about the NBS payment plan.
Phone: (402) 844-7001; Address: Norfolk Campus College Welcome
Center 801 East Benjamin Ave, Norfolk, NE 68702; Web: http://
www.northeast.edu/Pay-My-Bill/NBS-Payment-Plan.aspx
Student Account and Payment Procedures
Your student’s account balance is available through their My Northeast
account. Students log-on using their ID and PIN to view and print their
billing information. Classes are not guaranteed until the student
pays all tuition and fees or makes arrangements for payment.
Nonpayment of tuition and fees by the due date may result in late payment
fees and/or withdrawal from classes for the term.
Veteran Benefits
Northeast Community College is approved by the Veterans Administration
(VA) as a training facility for eligible veterans, service members, reservists,
child and widow/widowers of veterans. The Northeast Community College
Registrar’s Office collects and processes all required VA documentation.
Phone: (402) 844-7230; Web: northeast.edu/Records-andRegistration/Veterans/; E-mail: [email protected]
Pay online or via telephone
• Payments may be made online using a credit card (MasterCard, Visa, or
Discover) or via telephone by contacting Accounts Receivable Services
• Any credit card payment made via telephone will not be reflected on
the student’s account until the next business day.
Pay in Person
Pay with cash or check at Accounts Receivable Services, during office
hours, 8:00 a.m.-5 p.m., weekdays
• Checks can be placed in the drop box located at Accounts Receivable
Services after hours in Norfolk for payments made after hours.
Pay by Mail
• Students may send their payment by mail. Students who choose to
mail their payment of tuition and fees should allow sufficient time for
their payment to reach Accounts Receivable Services by the due date.
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Financial Aid, Tuition, Billing, and Refunds
2014-2015 Tuition and Fees
(based on 30 credit hours in two semesters)
Nebraska
IA/SD
NonResident
Resident Resident
Tuition and Fees
$3,030
$3,060
$4,035
Books (est.)
$1,429
$1,429
$1,429
Room and Board
$5,950
$5,950
$5,950
Total
$10,409
$10,439 $11,414
Costs for meals not covered by the meal plan, personal expenses, and
transportation must be added to these basic costs. Northeast ensures
an education that is second to none. We also do not charge more for
online classes, another example of the value Northeast offers.
Financial Aid (Loans, Grants, Scholarships) Disbursement
Students who have been approved for financial aid by the Financial Aid Office
will see estimated aid on their statements. The student must complete a onetime master promissory note and loan counseling at Northeast before estimated
loans are actually processed. If the tuition, fees, room, and board charges exceed
the amount of any estimated aid, the balance is due immediately and payable
no later than the first day of the term. If the estimated aid equals or exceeds the
tuition and fee charges, the student will not be required to make a payment at
that time. If there is a change in the student’s financial aid status, payment for
any balance is due the first day of the term. All costs are paid one term at a time.
If the Financial Aid Office has not received the required paperwork early enough
to complete his or her financial aid award (tuition waiver, PELL, SEOG, NOG,
Stafford Loans, scholarships, room, or board waiver), he or she must be prepared
to pay the balance due from other means by the due date. If a student is receiving
more financial aid than is required to cover tuition, fees, and other institutional
charges, the student may charge books to the student’s account through the first
week of classes only. Books may not be charged prior to the Friday before the
first day of the semester and not after the first week of the semester. All financial
aid, scholarships, and loans which are ready for distribution will be credited to
student accounts at the beginning of each term. Financial aid in excess of tuition,
fees, books, room, and board charges will be refunded to students within 14 days
after the start of the semester.
Tuition Account Refunds
If a student withdraws, tuition and fees will be refunded according to the refund
schedule. If the student was receiving federal financial aid, a Return to Title IV
Funds calculation will be completed. Aid paid from other sources will be returned
to those sources as agreements determine. All remaining credit balance refunds
may be paid to the student by check, credit card, or the student may sign up
for Direct Deposit to have funds deposited directly into a checking or savings
account. Refunds are generally issued within two or three weeks from the date
the Withdrawal Form is received.
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Student Privacy Rights
Student Privacy Rights (FERPA)
FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
is a federal law that governs the privacy of student
educational records, access to those records, and
disclosure of information from them. Public
directory information that can be released without
the student’s written consent includes name, postal
addresses , telephone number, e-mail addresses,
date of birth, etc. A student has the right to restrict
the release of his/her public directory information
by placing a FERPA restriction on that data. Prior
to enacting a restriction, a student should carefully
consider how the decision may affect him or her
in unexpected ways. Students wishing to restrict
some or all directory information should complete
a Request to Prevent Disclosure of Directory
Information in the Student Services Office in the
College Welcome Center room 1230.
Parents and/or guardians do not have access to
students educational records without the student’s
written consent. Northeast encourages parents
to talk with their students about grades, classes,
balances on food accounts, and other private
information. Northeast school officials must protect
the privacy of student educational records and shall
not disclose personally identifiable information
about a student or permit inspection of the student’s
records without his/her written consent unless such
action is permitted by FERPA. Students can authorize
the release of their student educational records to
employers or others with written consent.
Questions about student privacy and FERPA
should be directed to the Registrar’s Office.
Phone: (402) 844-7268; Address: Norfolk
Campus College Welcome Center 801 East
Benjamin Ave, Norfolk, NE 68702;
Web:
northeast.edu/Student-Rights-andResponsibilities/FERPA.aspx.
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The First-Year Experience
Roommate Conflict
It’s completely normal for conflict to develop between roommates, as both
students may be sharing a room for the first time, perhaps with someone
who is quite different from himself or herself. Most students are able to
work things out when they discuss issues directly with one another.
As a parent, you can support your student through this process by
referring him or her to resources provided by Residence Life, rather than
getting directly involved yourself. If the roommates cannot work things
out themselves, encourage your student to contact his or her RA/SA. An
important role of RA/SA is to help students create a comfortable living
situation. They are trained in conflict resolution and are available to discuss
roommate conflicts privately or with your student and his/her roommate
to find a compromise. If no negotiation is possible, the RA/SA will then
contact the appropriate staff within Housing to seek further solutions to the
situation.
T
he transition from high school to college is an important milestone
in the life of your student. While every student is different, feelings
of nervousness, excitement, pressure, and success are quite common.
The following timeline is designed to provide you with information about
transitions that students commonly face during their first year of college.
We recommend that parents take on a coaching or mentoring role and
encourage students to make their own decisions and chart their own path.
You can use the information you learn from the Parent and Families Session
to refer your student back to on-campus resources. The following pages
will help you anticipate things that your student may experience and will
provide a useful tool for supporting him or her through this transition.
Northeast New Student Timeline
Late Summer
What is the Role of the RA/SA?
Resident Assistants and Student Assistants are student mentors who live in
the halls and work with residents on each floor to build a strong community,
to assist students with solving problems, and to help students get connected
on campus. Encourage your student to get to know his or her RA/SA.
The weeks leading up to the start of classes can be filled with anxiety and
anticipation. Students may be wondering if they will like it at Northeast.
Will they like their roommates? Will they make friends? Will they be able to
succeed in their classes? What will happen to their relationships with high
school friends and family members?
Homesickness: Should I Be Worried?
• Homesickness is normal! As with any major transition period, students
will have their ups and downs. Many students feel homesick at one time or
another during their first year. Here are some suggestions for ways you can
be supportive.
• Reassure your student that this is NORMAL. Remember, this is a
major life transition, which is not often easy.
• Continue to listen with an open mind and be reassuring. Let your
student know that you believe he or she will succeed. Use the information
you learned at New Student Registration to refer your student back to oncampus resources and services that can help.
• Keep encouraging your student to make friends. For some students,
it may be better to look around for other students who are alone and
strike up a conversation. For others, it is better to connect with a group of
students. If the first person is not someone he or she connects with, the
second or third might be.
• Encourage your student to attend events and join organizations. There
are more than 45 student organizations at Northeast. Students should continue
doing things they love—the activities that have contributed to their success
in getting to this point—as well as try new things. Volunteering or getting a
job are also great ways to connect with other students and learn outside of the
classroom.
• The College Counseling Office is an excellent, confidential resource for
students who are homesick.
• For assistance with urgent mental health concerns, 24-hour crisis
intervention services are available at (888) 370-7003. The CARE Line is a
program of Behavioral Health Specialists, Inc.
• Encourage your student to talk to his or her Resident Assistant or Student Assistant. RA/SA’s are trained and experienced in supporting students
who are homesick. They also have access to resources and people who can help.
Advice for Parents and Families
Be prepared for your student’s and your own conflicting emotions as the day of
departure approaches. Discomfort is part of the process. Talk with your student
about academic expectations and encourage him/her to set goals. Make
a financial plan and openly discuss payment/spending expectations. Talk
about how often you plan to communicate with each other. Discuss the use
of alcohol and other personal choices your student will be making. Encourage
responsibility, but know you cannot control what happens.
Conversation Starters
• What are you most looking forward to about attending Northeast?
• What are you most nervous about?
• What plans do you have for saying goodbye to friends who are staying
home or going to other schools?
• What plans do you have to stay in touch?
August/September
As students move to campus and begin classes, they are faced with new
opportunities to make their own choices and experience new freedoms.
Feelings of homesickness and the desire for frequent contact with family are
common (see the information box for ways to be supportive of a homesick
student). Students are also getting to know their roommates, making new
friends on campus, and finding their way around. This tends to be a time when
students incur a lot of expenses for items such as textbooks, school supplies,
and room decorations/furnishings.
Advice for Parents and Families
Remember that you are now transitioning into being a coach and mentor to
your student. Listen with an open mind and be supportive. Encourage your
student to attend campus welcome activities and meet new friends. Ask about
classes, friends, and opportunities for involvement.
Conversation Starters
• What is your roommate like?
• Which classes seem most interesting to you?
• Have you found a good place to study?
• What events have you attended?
• Is the amount of money we agreed upon working out?
• Are any of your classes harder than you expected? How are you managing
them?
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October/November
December
Classes are in full swing, and students are beginning to get feedback on
their progress. Some will experience shock at the amount of work they have
for their classes and may struggle with managing their time. Others will
be disappointed about grades on their first exams or papers. Roommate
conflicts may also flare up at this time after the initial “honeymoon” phase is
over (see the section on how to be supportive during roommate conflict). In
addition, course enrollment for spring is quickly approaching, and students
will be making plans with their academic advisors. Many students are
already discussing their housing plans for next year. Of course, life will still
continue at home, and students will want to stay informed about what’s
going on with their families. Students tend to adjust to dorm life around
month three.
As final exams approach, students may feel more stress about academics.
This, combined with the onset of winter weather in Nebraska, can leave
some students feeling run down. While they may be excited for the
semester to end, some students are also disappointed about missing
holiday preparations at home.
Advice for Parents and Families
To be reassuring to your student, express confidence that he or she can
succeed in this environment. Have two-way conversations: let your student
know what’s going on at home and don’t make any major changes without
talking about it first (moving, vacations, remodeling his or her room, etc.).
Talk about study skills and time management, and refer to campus
resources. Encourage your student to form relationships with his or her
instructors for help and consult with an academic advisor when selecting
next semester’s classes.
Discuss plans for upcoming events, such as a trip home for Thanksgiving.
Break periods are approaching quickly—how will these change things in
your home? Ask about study time, workload, and involvement in campus
organizations/activities.
As your student begins to make housing decisions for next year, talk about
all of the factors to consider, including whether to remain on-campus or
move off-campus, and how to handle meals. Pay special attention to
what type of living environment will help your student be most successful
academically. If your student chooses to live off-campus, encourage taking
plenty of time to make a decision.
Conversation Starters
• How are you managing the workload? What is your study schedule?
• What courses are you thinking of taking next semester?
• Are you thinking about joining any groups, clubs or activities? Which
ones? Why?
• Have you met with any of your instructors and your advisor?
• What can you do differently on your next exam/paper to do better?
• What is working well?
Advice for Parents and Families
Sending a care package that includes healthy snacks, cold remedies, and
favorite holiday items from home can go a long way to boosting your
student’s spirits and his or her immunity to illness. Discuss plans for holiday
break, including vacation time, working, or doing work for classes. Understand
that planning for the holidays is not the same without everyone present.
Conversation Starters
• What are you doing to stay well during finals week?
• Which exams are you most concerned about?
• What could I send you to make you feel better?
• What do you want to do at home during your break?
Holiday Break
With final exams finished, many students return home for holiday break,
and there may be concerns about how they will adjust to routines at
home. For many, holiday break is an opportunity to catch up on sleep and
reconnect with friends they haven’t seen in months. They will also begin
to receive their first-semester grades and experience joy, disappointment,
or relief.
Advice for Parents and Families
Conversations about expectations and schedules before and after your
student returns home can help ease the transition for all family members.
Conversation Starters
• Let’s talk about how the rules will change for you when you are home,
now that you are a college student.
• What was the best part of your first semester in college?
• What would you do differently?
• What classes are you taking next semester?
• Have you thought about where you are going to live next year?
January/February
Students should strive to return from holiday break with renewed energy
for the semester ahead. This is a typical time for students to reassess
their time-management strategies and turn over a new leaf, if necessary.
Students may also engage in more exploration about their majors or
careers, changing their minds or solidifying previous choices. Also, students
begin thinking about spring break, including making plans for travel, work,
or catching up on coursework.
Advice for Parents and Families
The house is empty again—it’s a roller coaster ride! You might feel some
anxiety about your student’s grades. This is a good time to review or revise
budgets based on a semester’s worth of experience. Also ask what changes
might need to occur to ensure academic success. Encourage spring/winter
break safety. Inquire about taxes and the FAFSA, and, if you haven’t done
so already, talk with your student about plans for living arrangements next
year. (College Housing intent to live on-campus forms are due in March.)
Conversation Starters
• What do you like about your new classes?
• Are you doing anything differently with your studying this semester?
• Have you decided what you are doing for winter break or spring break?
• Tell me about your good friends on campus.
• Have you decided where to live next year?
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The First-Year Experience
March/April/May
Summary of Advice for Families
Winter and spring break comes and goes, and many students start making
plans for the summer, all in the midst of another set of midterms. Most
students feel more confident with their time-management skills and
experience less stress with their exams this time around. They will also be
enrolling in classes for the fall and considering options for the summer.
Some students will have mixed feelings about leaving Northeast for
the summer, and others will decide to stay to take classes and/or pursue
summer work opportunities. As the spring semester ends, you are likely
to be amazed at the changes in your student and all that he or she has
accomplished this year.
Change is exciting and can also be stressful. Be prepared for your
student’s—and your own—conflicting emotions during this time of
transition. Discomfort is a normal part of the process.
• Express your confidence that your student will be able to successfully
navigate this new environment. By serving more as a coach than a
problem solver, you will help your student develop this ability.
• Talk with your student about how often you will communicate by
phone, letter, email, or text message. Discuss the frequency of visits
home and family visits to campus, and be aware that these tend to
change each semester.
• Talk with your student about expectations regarding academics,
major choice, and careers. Encourage your student to set his or her
own academic goals. Be aware that the college learning environment
is very different from high school, and students may not immediately
earn the same superior grades as they did previously.
• Make a financial plan and talk about how your son or daughter
intends to pay for expenses. Discuss payment/ spending/employment
options.
• Discuss the use of alcohol and other personal choices that your student
will be making. Encourage responsibility, but know that you cannot
control everything that happens.
• Acknowledge that college is a time for students to try new things and
meet people who might be different from them in a variety of ways.
Be supportive as your student engages in new activities and moves
outside his or her previous comfort zone.
• Inform your student about major changes at home (moving,
remodeling his or her room, etc.).
• Help your student stay connected to activities at home. Acknowledge
that your student may be sad about missing family birthdays,
holidays, and community events. Find creative ways to keep him or
her involved and informed.
• Send care packages with notes from home, practical items, or treats
to share with roommates and friends. These are especially welcome
during more stressful times of the semester.
Advice for Parents and Families
With a year under your student’s belt, this is a good time to check in about
credit card use. Talk about any changes that should be made for academic
success. Ask your student whether taking a summer course might be
part of a strategy to stay on track for graduation or a chance to focus on
a challenging course. Think about your own plans for the summer. If
your student is returning home, discuss expectations regarding rules and
responsibilities for the summer, as well as expectations for earning money
and saving for the upcoming year. To help with this transition, see the box
titled “Coming Home for the Summer.”
Conversation Starters
• What value could taking a summer course provide?
• Have you discussed summer courses with your advisor?
• What courses are you taking next year? Are you starting to narrow in
on a possible program of study?
• What are you looking forward to about your living arrangements for
next year?
• How do you think you have changed this year?
• What do you wish you had done differently in your first year of college?
• I am so proud of everything you have learned and accomplished this
year!
Coming Home for the Summer
When your student comes home for the summer after freshman year at
college, life will be different from what it was before. Although that seems
obvious, without giving it some prior thought, misunderstandings and
conflicts can arise when your student seems to be following a script that is
different from yours.
Living away from home for a school year is a life-changing event, and your
student will be comfortable with and used to independence, especially
coming and going without checking in with anybody. That could be an area
of conflict if you expect a phone call to let you know when your student will
be home.
On the other hand, you may be anticipating newfound maturity and
independence, and be disappointed to find the kitchen sink filled with dirty
dishes, laundry left for you to do, and the gas tank on empty when you need
the car. It can be daunting to realize that even though your student is now
technically an adult, your role as a mentor and coach is still in play. In the
process of launching him or her as an independent adult, you will need to
continue reinventing just what that role is.
You also may think you know your student’s interests and identity, but you
could find that he or she has made some major changes without discussing
those changes with you. The young woman who was set on being a
veterinarian may now want to study history, and she may also refuse to
participate in the family religion. The young man who was adamantly
opposed to an earring may come home with a tattoo or a nose ring.
There may be some emotional and rocky times during the summer, but your
lives will be enriched if mutual respect and listening are the guides you and
your student establish for staying connected with each other.
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Things To Do in Norfolk
Take a tour of the Elkhorn Valley Museum and Research Center. Whether
you’re a Johnny Carson fan, interested in history, or just want something
different to do plan on spending a few hours here. Home to the Johnny
Carson exhibit, this museum also has a working one room school house, the
restored first home of Norfolk, a Children’s Discovery Zone, the Square Turn
Tractor, research center and a birding library that will take your breath away.
The staff at Elkhorn Valley Museum will welcome you with open arms.
Experience Downtown Norfolk. Come and experience a true historic
downtown atmosphere…a business district where people smile, take
life a little slower, and ask total strangers how their day is going (and then
actually listen to the answer!). With dozens of eclectic shops, dining, and
service-oriented businesses, you will undoubtedly find what you’re looking
for. These original, independent shops run the gamut of merchandise and
services, offering personal attention as well as high-quality and unique
items. Downtown runs along Norfolk Avenue between 1st and 8th streets.
Get a breath of fresh air while strolling or biking at Skyview Lake. Or enjoy
fishing, frisbee golf or playing at the playground. You’ll experience beautiful
views of nature.
Experience nature by visiting TaHaZouka Park. It is located in a scenic and
heavily shaded area between the Elkhorn River and a large lagoon. This park
consists of 180.3 acres along the Elkhorn River. There are 4 rental cabins,
picnic shelters, sand volleyball courts, multiple playground areas, softball
fields, picnic tables, barbeque grills, canoe access to the Elkhorn River,
fishing opportunities at the river and the lagoon (there is a handicapped
fishing platform along the lagoon) and a public campground located
between the river and the lagoon. A new off-leash dog recreation area and
the rail head to the Trail are also available for the public to use. Another new
addition is the lighted and fenced 24 court horseshoe court complex that is
sanctioned for championship play and a 19 hole river run disc golf course.
Soak in some art at the Norfolk Arts Center. The Norfolk Arts Center is a nonprofit community organization dedicated to cultivating an appreciation of
the arts in all forms for the people of northeast Nebraska. To this end they
present visual arts exhibits, host musical and theatre performances, and
offer arts classes.
Visit Willow Creek Recreation Area. Willow Creek, one 1/2 miles SW of
Pierce, has 1,633 acres with a 700-acre lake. Facilities include: camping
pads, picnic tables & shelters, fire grates, accessible fishing pier, archery
field course, unsupervised swimming, two playgrounds and an 8-mile
hiking/horseback trail around the lake. Seven rock jetties provide some fine
fishing access. There is a designated swimming beach, but swimming is
unsupervised. Since there are no lifeguards, swimmers should use care and
swim with a companion.
Try a game of bowling or catch a movie at Kings Lanes Bowling Alley and
Norfolk 7 Theater.
Listen to live music at Divots SandBar. Play miniature golf or hit balls on the
driving range. Divots has two restaurants, sand volleyball and a summer
concert series. Ice skating is available during the winter season.
For a complete list of events, accommodations, and restaurants, visit the
Norfolk Area Visitors Bureau at http://new.visitnorfolkne.com/
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Important Contacts
Advising and Academic Support Center....................................................................................................(402) 844-7125 ....................................................................amandae@northeast.edu
Tutoring and Writers’ Clinic
Admissions (name, address, telephone, or advisor change) .....................................................................(402) 844-7260 ...................................................................admission@northeast.edu
Alumni .....................................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7065 ........................................................................alumni@northeast.edu
Athletics/Booster Club .............................................................................................................................(402) 844-7272 ..........................................................................pamd@northeast.edu
Accounts Receivable Services ...................................................................................................................(402) 844-7001 .....................................................................busoffice@northeast.edu
Career Services .........................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7263 .......................................................................... [email protected]
College Center (South Sioux City) .............................................................................................................(402) 241-6400 .........................................................................pamm@northeast.edu
College Store ............................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7140 .................................................................. [email protected]
College Welcome Center Receptionist (lost & found, parking permit, student ID) ....................................(402) 844-7719 ............................................................... [email protected]
Counseling (personal counseling) .............................................................................. (402) 844-7277 or (402) 844-7272 ................................................................... [email protected]
Dean of Student Life.................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7722 ...................................................................... [email protected]
Director of Student Conduct .....................................................................................................................(402) 844-7258 .....................................................................maureen@northeast.edu
Disability Services ....................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7343 ...........................................................................mary@northeast.edu
Financial Aid/Scholarships (grants, loans, and work-study) .....................................................................(402) 844-7285 ..........................................................................finaid@northeast.edu
Food Service .............................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7165 ............................................................mark.bonk@compass-usa.com
Graduation (Registrar) .............................................................................................................................(402) 844-7730 ......................................................................registrar@northeast.edu
Health Services (student) ........................................................................................................................ (402) 844-7176 ..................................................................................glhupp@frhs.org
Housing (housing information, on- or off-campus) ................................................................................(402) 844-7150 ...................................................................... [email protected]
International Academic Programs (study abroad) ...................................................................................(402) 844-7347 .......................................................................pamela@northeast.edu
International Student Services .................................................................................................................(402) 844-7270 ............................................................intladmissions@northeast.edu
Intramural Sports .....................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7323 .................................................................... [email protected]
Library Resource Center............................................................................................................................(402) 844-7130 ..................................................................... [email protected]
Madison County Convention and Visitors Bureau .....................................................................................(888) 371-2932 .....................................................................www.visitnorfolkne.com
New Beginnings (single parents and non-traditional students) ...............................................................(402) 844-7275 .........................................................................brandi@northeast.edu
O’Neill Extended Campus .........................................................................................................................(402) 336-3590 .......................................................................... [email protected]
Online Advisor..........................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7715 ..............................................................onlineadvisor@northeast.edu
President/Board of Governors ..................................................................................................................(402) 844-7055 ..........................................................................diane@northeast.edu
Registrar (records, transcripts, add/drop class).........................................................................................(402) 844-7265 ......................................................................registrar@northeast.edu
Residence Life ..........................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7151 ............................................................................pete@northeast.edu
Sioux City Night Patrol (non-emergency) ................................................................................................(402) 841-5163 ..................................................................... [email protected]
Student Accounts .................................................................................................................................... (402) 844-7013 ......................................................................... [email protected]
Student Activities .....................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7159 .........................................................studentactivities@northeast.edu
Student Services Division .........................................................................................................................(402) 844-7272 ..........................................................................pamd@northeast.edu
Testing Center ..........................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7281 .........................................................................kathys@northeast.edu
Transitional Skills ....................................................................................................... (402) 844-7346 or (402) 844-7378 ..........................................................................louise@northeast.edu
The Service Center (technology services and support, My Northeast) ......................................................(402) 844-4357 ............................................................................help@northeast.edu
Veterans Benefits .....................................................................................................................................(402) 844-7730 ....................................................................... [email protected]
Vice President of Student Services (student grievances) ..........................................................................(402) 844-7273 .........................................................................karens@northeast.edu
West Point Extended Campus...................................................................................................................(402) 372-2269 ..........................................................................terryr@northeast.edu
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